This is a reminder to all providers of the requirements of CR 6519, dated June 12, 2009, which notified providers that the new, redesigned Provider Statistical and Reimbursement system (PS&R Redesign) is now operational.
Providers are now responsible for obtaining their own PS&Rs to be used for filing all cost reports with FYs ending on or after January 31, 2009. The PS&R Redesign allows users the ability to download summary PS&R reports via the Internet. FIs/MACs will no longer produce and distribute these summary reports to their providers. It is the providers' responsibility to obtain their own PS&R needed to file their cost report.
The PS&R Redesign utilizes Individuals Authorized Access to CMS Computer Systems (IACS) for authentication and security purposes. To obtain a PS&R, providers must first establish an IACS account and also be approved for PS&R access prior to attempting to access the PS&R Redesign. The provider IACS verification process includes the submission of supporting documentation and may take several weeks to complete the entire process. Trailblazer strongly encourages all providers not currently approved for PS&R access to begin their IACS registration immediately to ensure they will be able to access IACS and the PS&R Redesign well in advance of their cost report due date.
More information regarding the IACS process is available on the CMS IACS webpage. The CMS PS&R Redesign webpage contains an overview of the system, user manuals, quick guides and other helpful information.
The article, titled “Implementation of the Redesigned Provider Statistical and Reimbursement System,” is available on the CMS MLN Matters® Web page. Effective: July 13, 2009. Providers may reference CR 6519, Transmittal 153, dated June 12, 2009.
